Curly Moos

Isn’t God’s creation just amazingly beautiful? To look at His handiwork brings me to awe! I especially love the animals, mostly mammals, but other types, too. I don’t know about you, but I happen to really like cows. I think they’re pretty cool, not to mention cute in their own cow-like way.  So I did some searching. I found a…

John Oliver’s Cabin

Located in the Great Smokey Mountains of Tennessee in a place called Cades Cove, this beautiful log cabin has rested peacefully among the trees since the 1830’s. Imagine what it was like to build such a structure, to live safely inside its sturdy walls, and to look out the windows and view God’s beautiful creation, virtually…

An Old Country Church

There’s just something about an old country church that just makes me smile all over! I can feel the warmth and love, hear the singing and the old church bells ringing, and see the little kids running and playing in the fields that surround the beautiful buildings that have been dedicated to worshiping God. I just love…

Sweet Dreams

When I saw the photograph, I knew I had to paint it. Who can resist a cute sea lion who jumped onto a boat and then felt safe enough to fall asleep? I loved not only the sleeping sea lion, but the contrasting colors of the deep dark blue water against the almost pure white boat, and…

Commissioned Work: “An Ocean View”

Last week I was asked if I would be able to paint a background for a laser-cut wood sign the couple had received as a Christmas gift. The sign was made and gifted to them by their nephew who owns and operates a company that specializes in laser-cutting and engraving. The customers and I contemplated what…

My Lighthouse Challenge

One of my biggest painting challenges I faced in 2023 was a commissioned piece I did for a high school friend.  This is how the story begins: She’d seen my work posted on my Facebook page, and had asked if I would like to donate a painting for our high school class reunion in July. Flattered, I…

Sweet Little Red Bird

Cardinals are such beautiful birds! I love how their vibrant red color makes them stand out in their surroundings, especially in the winter. This November, when I was pondering what type of paintings to create for winter and perhaps make into Christmas cards, a beautiful red Cardinal was an obvious choice. First, I had to decide…

Christmas Painting

I don’t know about you, but once Thanksgiving has come and gone, I jump into gear and start preparing and decorating for Christmas. Christmas is my absolute favorite holiday, especially since it’s the time of year to reflect on the true message of Jesus and what His birth really means for all of us. One of the…

A Guitar for Bub

Years ago, I was playing around with making mosaic art using broken bits of tile, grouting them to wood or concrete pavers. My nephew, who was in his senior year of high school, asked me to make him a mosaic guitar as a graduation gift. Unfortunately, I never attempted to make that piece for him,…

DIY Napkin Rings

What to do when you want more napkin rings but refuse to spend the outrageous amount of money they’re charging for them at the stores? Let me start at the beginning. This all started when I decorated my table last week for the fall season, and I set out my Great Aunt Sylvia’s beautiful china,…